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EVP 314V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

96,934 mi
Last recorded96,934 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVP 314V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 96,934 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 95,202 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 91,296 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 86,494 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 83,875 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 83,874 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2008 81,100 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 81,100 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 81,100 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 81,100 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?

Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
8,423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,320
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,718
brake binding 2,431
Stop lamp not working 2,126
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,894
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EVP 314V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 63,409 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,320 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EVP 314V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EVP 314V?

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What year was EVP 314V registered?

EVP 314V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 April 1980.

Is EVP 314V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EVP 314V shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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